Il Gatto in La Habra

We were so happy to go to the old Cat and Custard Cup location again. We were pleasantly surprised at how great everything was. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly.The bread basket was really good! The salads were fresh and delicious! We had the Chicken Parmesan and the Bistecca Al Pepe Verde. We loved both dishes. We shared the chocolate souffle cake for dessert. It was fabulous! We will definitely be back for more!

Was pretty excited about a new restaurant opening up, hoping that it would be a nice one in this area. The evening started ok with a little slowness that can happen in their grand opening.We ordered drinks and bottle of wine and both were good.Now with the food, my wife ordered the soup which wasLentil soup. The salt that was in it was very over poweringthat she couldnt eat it. The flavor was there, but way to much salt. My wifes entry was spinach and cheese ravioli but inside there was only cheese. They apologized and sent a new dish that was according to what the menu description said. It was tasty. My order was Veal Marsala. Not only that it was very over cooked, but the Marsala sauce was tasteless. And the vegetables that came with it were very cold. Accordingly they were understanding and deducted 50% off our bill. After dinner we sat at the bar area and ordered a after dinner drink which took about 25 minutes to receive after placing our order. We ordered 2 Irish coffees. When they came after 25 minutes they came with no whipped cream. Our server said the restaurant didnt have any.????? What restaurant doesnt have whipped cream??? Any way, they were quite delicious. Summary, We will be going back for another try, but only at the bar and not for the food. Although the pizzas looked good.All in all I would not call this fine dining. More like a step above Olive Garden or Macaroni Grill. But the wine selectionswere very good. Sorry to say that the food was subpar..

Il Gatto is the next best thing. The fresh Italian food is as authentic as ever and the service was excellent. The ambiance set the tone and was warm and inviting. This place has only been open for a month, but it sure impressed my wife and I. Our server, Teresa was the absolute best making us feel right at home. Her knowledge of the menu and recommendations was exceptional. Her positivity was contagious.I decided I would try the Cesar Salad for the app and it was amazing. Teresa said they make the croutons in house. YUM!!. I also had the caprese which tasted so FRESH!For our main course, I had the Paccheri Polpette. The red sauce was amazing and the meatballs were cooked perfectly. It was the ultimate definition of comfort food. My wife had the Spaghetti Bolognese which she said was one of the best she’s had in a while.Our dessert, we decided on a classic, The tiramisu. It was rich, creamy, and definitely a great finisher. I decided to get an espresso martini to finish with my tiramisu, and boy was it tasty. The bartenders really know what they’re doing. Teresa is one of the best servers we had in a while! Great job Il Gatto! Will be coming back ASAP!

Stepping into Il Gato feels like entering a hidden gem in the heart of Italy. The ambiance is an exquisite blend of cozy and elegant, thanks to the owner’s special touch. The exposed brick walls and two chimneys add an enchanting charm, making every moment a unique experience. The warmth of the place complements the delightful Italian cuisine perfectly. It’s more than a restaurant; it’s an unforgettable journey through exquisite flavors in a truly captivating setting.

Ive lived overseas for the 18 years and recently returned to the US. I had given up on ever finding a great place for authentic Italian pasta and pizza until I came here. The pizza was next level and the staff was so courteous and attentive.The ambiance is so charming and warmly welcoming. We are definitely going to be regulars.

I went on a Thursday. Instantly greeted by friendly staff. The server was knowledgeable and soft-spoken which was perfect for the intimate cozy atmosphere. I ordered one of the specials - lobster ravioli. My girlfriend got the bolognese. Food was incredible. Drinks were incredible. And the tiramisu was the best I’ve had.

Antonio the owner/Chef is so nice. We were there Jan 14th at 4:30, sitting by the fireplace. The Lasagna was the best I ever had. The minestrone soup was delicious. And Antonio brought over two desserts that were fabulous. Music every Wed and Thursday, and Michael Le Van on piano was there Saturday.

Beautiful restaurant. Outstanding service. I ordered the fish special. It was delicious. Delicate sauce with capers that gave it a bit of zing. Perfectly cooked. We also had the veal that was to die for as well. They also have Justine cab on their one list. A great shout out to an exceptional California winery. Il Gatto is a do over for sure!

Me and my fiancé sat at the bar and the experience was incredible. Our bartender Jenna was amazing, super knowledgeable and quick. She was super busy but was still able to offer excellent service. The restaurant atmosphere is wonderful and it really feels like a little piece of Italy. We will be coming here regularly.

We had been regulars at The Cat.. so impressed with IL Gatto. Food is very on point.. service was fantastic!highly recommend. Tiffany our server was so friendly and amazing!